Information Systems Security Officer , Level 3

Fort Meade, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

What You Will Do:

At Independent Software maintaining a robust cybersecurity posture is critical to mission success. As an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) you will support the security and integrity of information systems by implementing coordinating and enforcing security policies and procedures. You will help ensure compliance with established cybersecurity frameworks manage risk assessments and oversee day-to-day security operations for systems processing classified information.

This role offers a chance to directly impact the protection of sensitive data and systems through hands-on security management vulnerability assessment and compliance documentation. If you have a strong background in cybersecurity and thrive in mission-driven environments this position is an ideal fit.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the development and enforcement of information systems security policies standards and methodologies
Assist with the preparation review and maintenance of critical security documentation including System Security Plans (SSPs) Risk Assessment Reports and Certification and Accreditation (C&A) packages
Perform vulnerability and risk assessments to support system certification and accreditation activities
Manage configuration control for security-related software hardware and firmware; assess the security impact of system changes
Maintain operational security posture by monitoring compliance with security policies and procedures
Provide daily oversight of system security operations and administer user identification and authentication mechanisms
Collaborate with Information System Security Manager (ISSM) and other stakeholders to ensure cybersecurity objectives are met
Track and maintain records on workstations servers routers firewalls switches and other network devices
Support security authorization activities in accordance with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and applicable DoD/ODNI policies
Communicate effectively with IT staff management and customers regarding cybersecurity policies incidents and compliance status

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Extensive experience supporting information assurance programs and managing information systems security
Proven ability to evaluate propose and implement security solutions for systems handling classified information
Strong knowledge of current security tools hardware/software security implementation communication protocols and encryption techniques
Experience performing vulnerability and risk assessments and supporting certification and accreditation processes
Excellent documentation and communication skills for preparing detailed security documentation and briefings
Strong organizational skills to manage configuration control and security posture maintenance

Education and Experience:

Fifteen (15) years of experience as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) on similar programs and contracts
At least three (3) years of experience in at least three of the following areas:
- Current security tools
- Hardware/software security implementation
- Communication protocols
- Encryption techniques/tools
Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited institution is required;
Alternatively five (5) years of additional ISSO experience may substitute for a bachelors degree

Certifications:

IAM Level I certification required

Clearance Requirement:

Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriatePolygraph tobe considered for this role

Were an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

What You Will Do:At Independent Software maintaining a robust cybersecurity posture is critical to mission success. As an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) you will support the security and integrity of information systems by implementing coordinating and enforcing security policies and pr...

Support the development and enforcement of information systems security policies standards and methodologies
Assist with the preparation review and maintenance of critical security documentation including System Security Plans (SSPs) Risk Assessment Reports and Certification and Accreditation (C&A) packages
Perform vulnerability and risk assessments to support system certification and accreditation activities
Manage configuration control for security-related software hardware and firmware; assess the security impact of system changes
Maintain operational security posture by monitoring compliance with security policies and procedures
Provide daily oversight of system security operations and administer user identification and authentication mechanisms
Collaborate with Information System Security Manager (ISSM) and other stakeholders to ensure cybersecurity objectives are met
Track and maintain records on workstations servers routers firewalls switches and other network devices
Support security authorization activities in accordance with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and applicable DoD/ODNI policies
Communicate effectively with IT staff management and customers regarding cybersecurity policies incidents and compliance status

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Extensive experience supporting information assurance programs and managing information systems security
Proven ability to evaluate propose and implement security solutions for systems handling classified information
Strong knowledge of current security tools hardware/software security implementation communication protocols and encryption techniques
Experience performing vulnerability and risk assessments and supporting certification and accreditation processes
Excellent documentation and communication skills for preparing detailed security documentation and briefings
Strong organizational skills to manage configuration control and security posture maintenance

Education and Experience:

Fifteen (15) years of experience as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) on similar programs and contracts
At least three (3) years of experience in at least three of the following areas:
- Current security tools
- Hardware/software security implementation
- Communication protocols
- Encryption techniques/tools
Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited institution is required;
Alternatively five (5) years of additional ISSO experience may substitute for a bachelors degree